The Legendary Thief Silvaris

After three days of preparation and gathering information, Michael and Gaya arrived at the Emerald Mountains, the designated meeting point set by Elder Derelius. The mountains lived up to their name, with the stones scattered across the landscape possessing a unique green hue, giving the entire area an ethereal, verdant glow. 

Gaya's sharp eyes caught sight of figures in the distance. 

"Those must be the Kraken Clan guards," she noted, pointing towards a group of individuals who were clad in armor that bore the distinctive insignia of the Kraken Clan. 

As they approached, the guards stood in formation, their postures rigid and professional. It was clear that they were well-trained and prepared to escort the various adventurers and explorers who had gathered for the expedition into the dungeon.

Standing tall and authoritative, the guards gestured towards a trail that led deeper into the mountains.